The global economic recovery stumbles forward, shadowed by the ghost of the pandemic and the dark clouds of geopolitical tensions. In this uncertain landscape, the exchange rate between the Euro (EUR) and the US Dollar (USD) has become a fascinating battleground. Two central banks, the Federal Reserve (Fed) and the …
Read More »Oil Prices Extend Losses Amid OPEC+ Production Increase and Demand Concerns
Key Points: Price decline: Oil prices continued to fall on Monday, driven by expectations of higher OPEC+ production and concerns about weak demand in China and the United States.OPEC+ production: The organization is set to increase oil output in October as part of a plan to unwind previous supply cuts.Demand …
Read More »Eurozone Manufacturing Remains in Contraction
Persistent contraction: Eurozone manufacturing activity continued to decline in August, according to the latest PMI data.Weak demand: New orders and demand from abroad fell at the fastest rates this year.Price increases: Manufacturers raised their prices for the first time in 16 months, driven by factories in several countries.Inflation easing: Overall …
Read More »Dollar Gains as Fed Rate Cut Expectations Moderate
The U.S. dollar strengthened against major currencies on Monday as investors scaled back their expectations for aggressive interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. This shift in sentiment followed the release of inflation data that indicated a less urgent need for the Fed to take more drastic measures to curb …
Read More »Turkey’s Economic Tightrope: A Balancing Act
A Tale of Two Quarters Turkey’s economic journey has been a rollercoaster in recent times, with a steep ascent in the first quarter followed by a more cautious descent in the second. The reasons for this shift are as complex as the Turkish economy itself. The First Quarter: A Consumer …
Read More »Oil Prices Extend Losses Amid OPEC+ Production Increase and Weak Demand in China and U.S.
Oil prices continued their downward trend on Monday, driven by expectations of increased OPEC+ production starting in October and concerns over sluggish demand in the world’s two largest oil consumers, China and the United States. Market Movements: Brent Crude: Fell by 61 cents, or 0.8%, to $76.32 per barrel.West Texas …
Read More »Financial Markets Weekly Recap: US Growth, PCE Ignites Price Actions
Financial markets experienced extreme volatility this summer, with notable corrections in August and an impressive resurgence. Geopolitical worries, economic statistics, corporate results, and expectations for monetary policy were some of the causes that drove volatility. Depending on the index, August’s market movement was akin to a summer action film, with …
Read More »boosted by T-Yields, USD/JPY Rallies Past 146.00
The forex market has been buzzing with activity lately, with the USD/JPY pair grabbing headlines. This is why it looks interesting to dives deep into the forces propelling this upward trend and explore its potential “Domino Effect” across the global economy. The recent surge in the USD/JPY is a confluence …
Read More »DXIY Rallies Amidst Inflationary Tides
The US Dollar has been on a steady upward trajectory, gaining strength following the release of July’s Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Index. This inflation metric, favored by the Federal Reserve, has shown a consistent decline, suggesting that inflationary pressures are easing. However, the path forward for interest rate cuts remains …
Read More »Dow Jones: A New Record High, but Caution Ahead
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) capped off a remarkable week with a new intraday high. This milestone, following a similar record-setting performance on Monday, underscores the ongoing bullish sentiment in the market. However, the recent retreat from the all-time high raises questions about the sustainability of this momentum.Inflation and …
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